HR Business Partner
As an HR Business Partner, you’ll play a crucial role in supporting the Management team across a diverse range of HR matters and employee relations activities. Your commitment to maintaining impeccable HR administration standards ensures efficiency and upholds confidentiality.
Offering a position with flexible hours ranging from 34 to 42.5 hours per week, salary up to £44,000 dependent on experience. This opportunity is well-suited for individuals residing in Colchester, Ipswich, Sudbury, and the surrounding areas.
Key Responsibilities of the HR Business Partner:
HR Administration:
* Execute all HR administrative tasks promptly and accurately (e.g., filing, letters, payroll, maternity, paternity, onboarding, offboarding).
* Maintain data integrity and confidentiality in the HR database and Time Management System.
* Administer core processes (Performance reviews, Talent Review, Engagement survey).
* Manage benefit schemes (Flexible benefit portal, BUPA, Cycle to work scheme).
* Handle Long Service Awards and employee engagement initiatives.
* Oversee company pension scheme administration.
* Provide regular HR data reporting for the European executive committee.
* Own the HR element of the SMETA audit.
* Be the first point of contact for employee queries.
* Develop and maintain an annual health and wellbeing calendar.
Resourcing:
* Lead recruitment efforts for all employees, including advertising and participating in interviews.
Employee Relations:
* Provide professional HR advice and support aligned with business goals.
* Assist Line Managers with ER matters (grievance, disciplinary, performance, absence management).
* Champion the absence management process.
* Review and update HR policies .
* Coordinate with Occupational Health for compliance.
* Guide managers on people processes.
* Lead the annual pay review process and administer bonuses.
Organisational Capability:
* Identify training needs and support employee development.
* Assist with competency reviews.
* Support Engineering Apprenticeship programs.
Experience Required:
* Up-to-date knowledge of UK employment law.
* Broad HR Generalist skill set (recruitment, talent management, employee relations, performance management).
* Minimum of a CIPD Level 3 qualification working towards level 5 or equivalent with relevant experience or degree in relevant subject.
* Proven ability to work proactively, adapt to change, and manage a complex workload.
* Effective communication and influencing skills.
* Experience working under pressure and meeting tight deadlines.
* Strong PC skills (Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, Advanced Excel).
* Flexibility for 24/7 support if needed
* Logical thought process for effective problem-solving